# Crafty Corrugated Jewelry Sandra Di Giacinto Creates Cardboard Baubles & Buttons By Rachel | Published 2009-06-25 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandra-di-giacinto References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/6815/paper-jewelry-by-sandra-di-giacinto.html) & [sandradigiacinto.it](http://www.sandradigiacinto.it/) Sandra di Giacinto has a way with [recycled materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pape). Her line of jewelry is made up entirely recycled goods made from paper, cardboard and more. The designs by Sandra di Giacinto feature [necklaces, bracelets and even buttons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chroma-twist) made of cardboard. It’s great that Giacinto re-imagines ways to recycle materials in a fun way and her goods are also great for any eco-fashion lovers (of which there are many). Take a look at the intricate [cardboard buttons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti) by Sandra di Giacinto above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Fashion:** Creating jewelry from recycled materials presents an opportunity for sustainable fashion brands to offer eco-friendly alternatives. - **Upcycled Accessories:** The use of cardboard in jewelry designs opens up possibilities for upcycled accessories that are unique and environmentally friendly. - **Eco-conscious Design:** The incorporation of recycled paper and cardboard in jewelry showcases the growing trend of eco-conscious design in the fashion industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore the use of recycled materials like cardboard in their accessory lines, contributing to sustainable fashion practices. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The production of jewelry made from recycled paper and cardboard aligns with the eco-friendly products industry, providing consumers with more sustainable options. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can experiment with unconventional materials like cardboard to create innovative and visually striking jewelry pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cardboard-Inspired Ceramic Household Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-collection.md) - [Bread-Encrusted Gemstone Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rising-collection.md) - [Upcycled Waste Material Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-furniture-design.md) - [Recycled Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zbozhzha-pendant-light.md) - [Recycled Metal Jewellery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited.md) - [Cardboard Box Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karton-furniture-collection.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Recycled Material Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozy-cleo-lamp.md) - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md)